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Those who tend to live out an active lifestyle would definitely be able to make do with some music to assist them along the way. That is why gyms have been fitted with modern day audio systems, blasting out music to keep the clients all pumped up in order to push themselves to improve more and more. With Zipbuds, the company knows that an active lifestyle can only mean one thing — having an equally capable piece of hardware to keep up with your frenetic and frantic pace. Their latest release, the 26 is a Bluetooth-enabled, sweat and waterproof pair of sport earbuds.

Specially created in order to solve the common frustrations in sport headphones, the 26 has been designed to enhance the user experience. It claims to offer the perfect balance of sound quality, performance, style and durability, and all of it is made possible thanks to a built-in subwoofer, in addition to sporting 144 unique fit combinations as well as industry-leading battery life. Zipbuds were careful during the development of the 26 by conducting a rigorous assessment that will help identify pain points in earbud options that are on the market at the moment. Some of the most common complaints included comfort and fit, durability, sound quality, battery life and style, and these are what Zipbuds would like to eliminate with the 26.

With the 26, users are able to push harder and go farther, hence letting athletes do what they are supposed to do — focus on the long run or extensive sweat session, as opposed to wondering whether their music playback device is able to keep up. The precision-tuned, Hybrid Driver System isolates high and mid-range frequencies, while its integrated subwoofer balances the lows. You get a concert-style, audiophile-grade sound without the bulk, and it is perfect for the gym, train commute, or any other activity that relies on music and uninterrupted connectivity. With a 15-hour active battery life with 400 hours on standby, it comes with QuickCharge technology to boot to provide one hour of playtime with just five minutes of charging. Getting one of these will cost you $199 a pop.

A man’s home is his castle, and that would mean having to secure the safety and security of the perimeters. While having a dog does have its fair share of advantages, what about a digital camera in place? Security cameras have long become a staple in many of the larger sized houses that you see around the country, so why not make sure that you end up with nothing but the best? Tend has come up with the Lynx, where it will bring together an extremely simple setup process with HD (High Definition) live video monitoring as well as advanced facial recognition and motion triggered recording so that nothing escapes the Lynx’s “eyes”.

Specially designed in order to secure the people, places and things that matter most using incredibly simple with powerful and sophisticated technology, the new Tend Secure Lynx Indoor camera will deliver the perfect combination of intelligent, yet effortless, video security. Boasting of crystal clear 1080p HD video and crisp two-way audio, the Tend Secure Lynx Indoor delivers a smart video monitoring solution which will be able to work with just about any existing Wi-Fi network in a jiffy. It takes just minutes to setup, where you can then choose to place or mount it anywhere without the need for complicated wiring. This provides you with round-the-clock monitoring, including infrared capability. Wish to have a greater peace of mind? Install multiple Lynx Indoor cameras on the same network, and you can then keep track of different rooms, entryways or other locations.

The integrated and advanced facial recognition technology will be able to automatically recognize familiar faces so that security is maximized while doing away with false alarms. It remains to be seen just how accurate the facial recognition technology is, but it sure looks as though things are getting smarter around the home all the time. It will need to be trained though, but the Tend Secure app on iOS and Android can issue a mobile check-in alert as well.

The asking price of $59.99 apiece is certainly more than welcome, and it should make home security more affordable to everyone.

If you’re all about having a smart home, then you likely dream of having a similar setup to Tony Stark’s workshop. Everything is a motion or spoken word away from popping up before your very eyes. Currently it takes no small measure of work and money to have access to even a modicum of that same fluidity throughout your home. The most a fair number of us could manage right now is having Alexa hooked up to some smart lights that turn on or off when we say so.

Should you be the type of person who is always watching something, then having a screen pop up wherever you’d like would be a venture worth pursuing. Enter in the Beam, a smart projector that will screw into any light socket, and give you a projector wherever you’d like. This means you can watch your favorite show on the kitchen counter while cooking, wake up to the news on the wall by your bed, or watch a movie in the tub.

This is based off of the Pico LED projector which puts out 100 lumens, and has an image size range of 5-150 inches. This will connect with any app that’s on Beam, and you can control it through your smartphone or tablet. This is a $449.99 purchase, which makes it something that you’ll have to think over a bit more thoroughly before jumping into.

Having additional pairs of “eyes” is always a welcome move by many people, and in this modern day and age, it would involve a security camera system. Z3 Technology, having come up with the GPS goggles in the past, has a new all-in-one HD H.265 IP video camera that has been specially designed to deliver the highest quality image at the lowest bandwidth, latency and power. This is a new IP video camera which merges Sony’s proven CMOS image sensor as well as auto focus zoom technology, using video compression expertise from Z3 Technology that provides a real-time H.265 HD video streaming solution.

The Z3Cam-HD is best used in both low light and back light applications, where it offers smooth transitions from wide area coverage to detailed close-ups. Apart from that, it comes equipped with essential features such as full HD 30x optical zoom, integrated auto-focus, exceptional low light performance (0.01 lux in color at 30 frames per second), spherical privacy zone masking and 120dB wide dynamic range.

The Z3Cam-HD will pave the way for H.265 or H.264 encoded video, where you can enjoy resolutions of up to 1080p60. Streaming can also be sent anywhere as long as there is a decent Internet connection, and is controlled over any distance via Z3’s intuitive HTTP-based control interface, Sony VISCA commands or ONVIF Profile S. Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability ensures that you will have another flexible option in the set up process.

Those who are interested can pick up the Z3Cam-HD as an all-in-one system or have it customized to any application as an OEM development kit, the HE2K-DCK-10. While there is no exact word on pricing as at press time, the Z3Cam-HD as well as the HE2K-DCK-10 are available for purchase right now. Any takers?

When it comes to wearable cameras, there are quite a fair number of models that are available in the market, but this does not mean that there is no room for improvement. Far from it. Here we are with the PogoCam, which is touted to be the smallest attachable camera of its kind in the world. What makes the PogoCam unique is this is one camera that will be able to redefine personal photography as it merges fashionable eyewear with a camera, now how about that?

Thanks to the folks over at PogoTec, the PogoCam is now ready to rock and roll. You might think that this is in some way similar to that of the Snap Spectacles which will see a camera integrated into some sort of eyewear, but the PogoCam actually differs by virtue of it being easily attachable and detachable, as it can cater to a wide range of frame styles. Heck, this means that even if you do not have to wear a pair of prescription glasses to adjust your eyesight, you can still wear a dummy frame in order to have the PogoCam hooked up for that added touch of tech.

When hooked up to your pair of eyeglasses, in will weigh less than a couple of dimes. The PogoCam makes use of a proprietary new electronic architecture which will enable the highest level of miniaturization while minimizing power requirements, and for a typical user, he or she can “look and shoot” up to 100 photographs or record two minutes of continuous HD video with audio (or 12 ten second clips). Fret not, it will show off a visible courtesy light which blinks so that those around you know that they are being photographed. It even comes with its very own app that will let you focus on your subject as you move around, now how about that?

When you are planning your dream home, the interior decoration is not the only thing which you should focus on. There are many other aspects in which you should also figure out, and this includes the placement of various power outlets. If you have a house that you would like to do up, then do ensure that the exterior has its fair share of power outlets. Otherwise, you might end up with your fair share of unsightly extension cords around the home. The $229.95 Light Socket Powered WiFi Security Camera is certainly a device that kills two proverbial birds with a single stone.

The name of the device gives itself away — it is an easy-to-install home security system which can be retrofitted as a motion-sensing WiFi camera to an outdoor porch or garage light. Installation can be done in double quick time since there is no need for any kind of wiring. Each purchase comes with a smart light bulb adapter that can be screwed into the current light socket so that power is available to the wall-mounted wireless HD video camera through a short cord. The camera’s infrared sensor will be able to detect whenever someone approaches and automatically sends a notification to your paired WiFi device thanks to a free app. The camera will record and stream video, allowing you to know what’s going on at home as long as there is a decent Internet connection. [ Light Socket Powered WiFi Security Camera provides some peace of mind copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

It is not everyday that you purchase a pair of speakers in which you need to assemble the various parts yourself, that is for sure! Of course, it is always a whole lot easier purchasing a brand new speaker without having to go through the motions of fixing the various parts together, but where is the fun in that for all of you hands-on folks? The $24.99 Design Out Loud! Cardboard Speakers sounds (pardon the pun) like a whole lot of fun, where this entire kit will come with its fair share of markers and paint to boot.

This set of two small speakers (don’t expect to use the to rock out an entire room, that is for sure!) will help you unleash your creative juices as each design perfectly reflects the music on the mix and the mood it creates. This special kit has been designed for DIY creativity at its best, where you will make use of the markers, paint, and others to create a unique and personal set of mobile speakers. Once you are done, just plug their 3.5mm standard audio jack into your PC or device and you’re good to go. [ Design Out Loud! Cardboard Speakers is a cool DIY project copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

There is nothing quite like the right kind of music to perk you up — as music is well known to sooth the soul, or perhaps provide the right kind of inspiration. Well, if you think that you would not want to enjoy your music with a pair of earphones in the long run in fear of ruining your hearing, perhaps you might be interested in checking out what Braven has to offer with their latest Braven BRV-Blade, which is a new standard when it comes to outdoor Bluetooth adventure speakers that have been specially forged with toughness, aggressive design, and superior HD (high definition) audio.

The all-new Braven BRV-Blade is perfect when it comes to wet, wild, and extreme power sports — ranging from dune-buggying to jet skiing, snowmobiling or 4×4 racing in the mud. After all, the Braven BRV-Blade does boast of tank-like durability alongside a shockproof ABS construction which will allow it to shrug off spills, splashes or even dunks, and this is made possible thanks to its IPX7 waterproof rating.

The Braven BRV-Blade will be part of the company’s highly acclaimed outdoor audio series, where it boasts of an ultra-rugged design and impressive HD audio. Special in just about every form, the military, jet black styling securely conceals dual omni-directional passive sub-woofers that will surely impress with rich sound and impressive bass, courtesy of Braven’s Bass Optimization technology.

It is also slim enough to fit into a backpack or glove compartment, where there is a built-in speakerphone and a 4,000 mAh power bank that allows it to charge USB devices, not to mention carry enough juice to pump music out for 22 hours on a full charge. There is also an integrated bottle opener that will allow you to secure the speaker to a range of surfaces and all-terrain vehicles. Expect the Braven BRV-Blade to retail for $199.99 a pop.

Nikon is one name that we are all more than familiar with when it comes to digital cameras and imaging devices, and while they have had their fair share of shooters like the Nikon D750 a couple of years back, here we are with the Nikon D3400 that has just been revealed. It might be a DSLR which could turn off some folks these days due to the extremely portable nature of mirrorless cameras that are in vogue at the moment, but Nikon has ensured that the Nikon D3400 is a shooter that is lightweight in nature.

Make no bones about it, the Nikon D3400 will be an entry-level DSLR, but even so, this does not mean that one cannot capture and share some of the more amazing images out there. The spanking new Nikon D3400 will offer a simple and seamless method to share stellar images from nearly anywhere thanks to the Nikon SnapBridge. Thanks to always-on Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology, Nikon SnapBridge will enable photographers to transfer images from the camera to a compatible smart device.

Not only that, folks who are interested in getting their hands “dirty” when it comes to learning more about photography, the Nikon D3400 will also boast of Nikon’s acclaimed Guide Mode, where it will offer step-by-step assistance when one makes adjustments to the camera settings in order to assist individuals in learning how to capture the best photos possible.

There will also be four exciting lightweight lens options which will be perfect companions for the new Nikon D3400, which will include the AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G, which are versatile zoom lenses for everyday shooting, not to mention the new AF-P DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED VR and AF-P DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED that are compact telephoto options which will help one capture action from afar. Ideal when it comes to travel, these new portable lenses will be able to offer fast, smooth and quiet autofocus operation as well as assist users in capturing life as it unfolds with stunning clarity and detail. Depending on the package that you choose, pricing starts from $649.99 onward.

Whenever there is a mention of an action camera anywhere, chances are one would think of the GoPro series, or perhaps some other one-shot attempts like the Nikon KeyMission 360 action camera. Well, Sioeye does not want to miss out on the action either, and their Iris4G Blink Edition brings something special to the table — for the very fact that this is the first retail-ready action camera in the market that will boast of integrated 4G LTE live streaming capability.

It will be Sioeye’s second 4G-enabled action camera to hit the market, allowing sports enthusiasts to be able to capture and broadcast adventures in real-time. Of course, this works great if the area you are in has 4G coverage, but for the more adrenaline pumping attempts that tend to place one outside of well covered areas, then chances are the live streaming capability is not going to come in handy at all.

This will be the follow up to Sioeye’s first device which was released last year, the Sioeye Iris4G 4K. The Sioeye Iris4G Blink will hit the US some time in the second half of the year, where it will feature integrated live streaming in addition to High Definition video capabilities. Not only that, Sioeye is also adamant on expanding its market share by extending streaming capabilities to YouTube Live.

The Sioeye Iris4G Blink will open the doors for action sports enthusiasts and pros to live stream video, audio, and real-time stats — which include speed and altitude overlays to their fans, all with but a single touch of a button. Of course, if 4G LTE connectivity is unavailable at the moment, there is always 3G or Wi-Fi connectivity to fall back on.

The Sioeye Iris4G Blink live streams at 480p with 30fps, while simultaneously record HD video to local storage during a live stream session and runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, equipped with an internal GPS and barometer sensors. It can also snap 8MP stills, and will come with an asking price of $249 a pop.